M20 closed coast bound between Ashford and Hythe following crash and fuel spillage
The M20 is closed coast bound following a serious crash and fuel spillage in the early hours of this morning.
A car and a lorry collided between Junction 10A for Ashford[1] South and Junction 11 for Hythe[2].
The motorway has been closes since around 1.30am.
200 litres of diesel has spilled onto the carriageway and work is underway to clean up the fuel.
Resurfacing will have to be carried out in lanes one and two, which requires the full closure to remain in place while the work is carried out.
All emergency services including Kent Police were called to the scene of the crash overnight.
Some drivers were caught within the closure for nearly three hours, but traffic has now been released.
National Highways has thanked people for their patience.
A diversion is in place, with drivers being advised to exit the M20 at Junction 10 and follow the A20 coast bound towards Folkestone, before rejoining the motorway at Junction 11.
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The M20 closure is likely to cause delays on surrounding routes.